2001 Honda Life vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph Vitesse should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph Vitesse (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Life | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |